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Administrative Funds Program

Administrative Funds Program

The Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia is a registered charity that supports communities through programs like Shared Funds and Bursaries, which require financial contributions from Lodges or Districts. In contrast, the Administrative Funds Program offers support for large-scale charitable projects across counties or the province, without needing Lodge or District funding.

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Program Purpose

Supports registered charitable organizations in Nova Scotia that deliver services and align with Masonic benevolent values and community support. These funds are drawn after other Foundation programs are supported.

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How to Apply

  • Applications can be submitted by a Master Mason, a Lodge, or a District

  • Master Masons send proposals directly to the Foundation Secretary

  • Lodges/Districts must approve and sign off using the official application form

  • Charities may apply via a Lodge or Mason if supported by that Lodge or District

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Application Deadline

  • Submit applications anytime during the year, but no later than December 31

  • Only charities with an approved CRA registration number qualify

  • Funding decisions are made at the Foundation's February board meeting

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Examples of Supported Projects

  • Eye care equipment at QEII Clinic

  • Post-hurricane relief repairs at Scout Provincial Camp

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program (10-year support)

  • Colchester Hospice Society

  • Ongoing sponsorship of “The Dyslexic Learning Centre for Children”

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Apply Here

Administrative Funds projects: The Learning Centre for Children

The Learning Centre for Children

Founded in September 2006, the Learning Centre for Children provides free remedial tutoring to children formally diagnosed with dyslexia. It’s operated by Freemasons from Lodges in the Halifax-Dartmouth and Truro areas.

 

About Dyslexia Dyslexia is a neurological, often inherited condition affecting language processing. It impacts about 15% of the population. While not curable, it can be managed effectively with specialized instruction.

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Tutoring Approach Volunteers trained in the Orton-Gillingham method offer personalized, multi-sensory instruction proven to boost children's confidence and reading skills. Many students transform from reluctant readers to enthusiastic learners.

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Program Format

  • Two 1-hour sessions weekly

  • Follows the school year schedule

  • Takes about three years to complete

  • Held after school hours

  • Provided at no cost to families

 

National Impact The Halifax Centre is the largest of eight Freemason operated Centres across Canada. Each is a registered charity, using an accredited program developed by the Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation of Canada.

 

Freemasons helping Children remains the guiding motto of this impactful initiative.

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